It has taken Central Coast Family History Group (CCFHS) almost 50 years (1977-2024) to recognise and document all the people named on the tall memorial plaque at Point Frederick, but the job is finally done.
The plaque was erected after Council, Rotary and Apex created the current Pioneer Park in 1977.
“Point Frederick Pioneer Park stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of these pioneers who laid the foundations of this city and who have now found their eternal rest amidst the peaceful surrounds and beauty of Brisbane Water,” a spokesperson said.
The society will launch its 514-page book Point Frederick Pioneer Park – The Lives of the Pioneers at its meeting on Saturday, February 3.
It details those people interred in the original cemetery from the 1840s.
CCFHS editor Margaret Ertner will be the speaker and copies of the book will be available.
The meeting will be held at 1pm in the Lions Hall, East Gosford; all welcome.
The book is also available from Central Coast Family History Society in Russell Drysdale St, East Gosford.